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Mechanistic Evaluation of Therapeutic Targets derived from Treatable Traits to Improve CNS Outcomes in People with HIV (R21/R33 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health Nonprofit eligible

National Institutes of Health has posted this health grant for nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Oct 28, 2027.

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Deadline
Oct 28, 2027
Posted
Sep 30, 2026
Opportunity number
RFA-MH-27-125
CFDA
93.242, 93.279, 93.853

Opportunity description

The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to identify modifiable mechanisms and therapeutic targets to address central nervous system (CNS) complications associated with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The initiative supports a phased research approach beginning with the identification of patient phenotypes characterized by convergent pathophysiological features, followed by the discovery and experimental validation of molecular mechanisms using innovative in-vitro and in-vivo models. The goal of this NOFO is to advance therapeutic target, and intervention discovery to address the multifactorial and heterogeneous nature of HIV-associated CNS dysfunction.

Who can apply

  • Independent school districts
  • City or township governments
  • Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Private institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
  • Special district governments
  • Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
  • State governments
  • Small businesses
  • Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • County governments
  • For profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

Refer to Section III. Eligibility Information in the NOFO for additional information on eligibility.Foreign Organizations/International CollaborationsNon-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations) are not eligible to apply.Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply.Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed.

Agency contact

National Institutes of Health

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Division of AIDS Research (DAR) NIMH.DAR.inquiries@nih.gov

NIMH.DAR.inquiries@nih.gov

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